Jagtial man remains in Dubai jail, family seeks Telangana government help
Aegurla Mallesham from Jagtial district, Telangana, remains in a Dubai jail despite completing his six-month sentence because he cannot pay a AED 1,50,000 (₹39 lakh) fine. His family has appealed to the Telangana government for intervention, as Mallesham was apprehended for entering the UAE from Oman without proper documentation and overstaying for nearly eight years. The Indian Consulate in Dubai and the Telangana government are now exploring legal options for his release and repatriation.
Why it matters
This case highlights the vulnerabilities of migrant workers, the complexities of international legal systems, and the role of government in assisting its citizens abroad, drawing attention to issues of illegal immigration and financial hardship.
Aegurla Mallesham of Jagtial district is reportedly still in a Dubai jail despite completing his six-month prison term, as he is unable to pay a fine of AED 1,50,000 (approximately ₹ 39 lakh) imposed by a local court.
His family has sought the Telangana government’s intervention for his release and repatriation to India. Mallesham, a native of Mothukuraopet village, went to Muscat, Oman, in 2018 in search of employment. According to sources, he later entered the UAE from Oman without a passport or visa and remained in Dubai for nearly eight years before being apprehended during an inspection on March 8.
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